SmartTech Australia acquires Loadrite Victoria and Tasmainia from Galesafe Weighing Pty Ltd effective as of the 1st October 2018.
October is WorkSafe Health and Safety month, for more information go to the WorkSafe website
New Primary Duty Laws in 2018
On 1 October 2018, the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) will be amended to provide that every party in the heavy vehicle transport supply chain has a duty to ensure the safety of their transport activities.
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Now spring is here and summer is coming it is time to remind everyone of the danger of UV. UV is an occupational hazard and a leading cause of cancer like smoking or asbestos so it’s important your team knows the risks and how to stay safe – Book a UV safety training session with SunSmart.
A recent evaluation showed the SunSmart sessions improved participants’ knowledge of UV radiation at work, use of sun protection and early detection of skin cancer – even for participants who had attended a session before!
In fact, 95% of participants said the presentation maintained their interest and 93% learnt something new.
For more information visit sunsmart.com.au/work
Electrical installations are now governed by a new set of rules. The new Wiring Rules AS/NZS 3000 has been developed by Standards Australia and industry experts. Compliance with the new Wiring Rules AS/NZS 3000 will be applied on a mandatory basis in accordance with relevant State legislation. the Wiring Rules 2018 are now set to be mandated in NSW, QLD, VIC, WA, TAS and NT on 1 January 2019, with SA and ACT announcing their date soon.
Essential for electricians, inspectors and regulators, AS/NZS 3000 specifies the electrical installation safety requirements for all premises in Australia and New Zealand. The new edition is a complete revision of the 2007 edition and expands coverage on electrical installations, improves safeguards and brings industry requirements in line with best practice.
A broad paint brush look should see no alterations to existing plant and equipment, the only time it will effect established equipment will be where plant up grades take place, that part of plant will need be brought into line with the new standards. New Quarry installations will require full compliance.
The new Wiring Rules book will be 30% bigger, with more than 600 pages of information, 200 new changes and a spiral bound finish, including now with new technology, new equipment, and improved installation techniques. It is essential for all electrical contractors, inspectors, and regulators, specifying electrical installation safety requirements for all premises in Australia.
Changes in the new Wiring Rules 2018 include:
- New mandatory Residual Current Devices requirements;
- New electric vehicle socket outlet requirements;
- Improved installation requirements for cables that pass through bulk thermal insulation;
- New clauses on Arc Fault Detection Devices;
- Enhanced switchboard installation requirements;
- Revised requirements for lighting and also for cooking appliance switching;
- Improved safeguards bring industry requirements in line with best practice.